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Kate Baldwin starred as Irene Molloy opposite Bette Midler, David Hyde Pierce and Gavin Creel in the hit Broadway revival of Hello, Dolly!, for which she was nominated for the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critic's Circle awards. She originated the role of Sandra Bloom in Big Fish on Broadway and earned accolades and a Drama Desk Award nomination for her work as Leslie Lyntonn Benedict in Michael John LaChiusa’s Giant at The Public Theatre. She received a Drama Desk Award nomination for her role as Jen in Keen Company's 20th Anniversary revival of Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald's John & Jen. She garnered critical acclaim and a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Tom Kitt and John Logan’s Superhero at Second Stage.

But it was her starring role in the 2009 revival of Yip Harburg's and Burton Lane's hit classic musical Finian's Rainbow, which drew Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critic's Circle Award nominations.

Kate has appeared in the Broadway casts of The Full Monty, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Wonderful Town. She starred in The King and I at Lyric Opera of Chicago Irving Berlin’s White Christmas (San Francisco, Detroit, Toronto), The Women at The Old Globe, Henry V at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, I Do, I Do at Westport Country Playhouse, She Loves Me at the Willliamstown Theatre Festival, and The Music Man and South Pacific at Arena Stage, earning a Helen Hayes Award nomination.

Most recently, Baldwin appeared in 42nd Street at the Goodspeed.

She has performed in concert with the New York Pops, Boston Pops, National Symphony, Detroit Symphony, Portland Symphony, Phoenix Symphony, Chicago Symphony, the American Songbook series at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center and at the legendary New York nightclubs Feinstein’s, Birdland and 54 Below. Her concert work also includes several appearances with Stephen Sondheim as a featured performer in his critically acclaimed evening, “A Conversation with Stephen Sondheim.” On television, her work includes a guest star on NBC’s “Law & Order: SVU” and a featured role in the PBS filming of Stephen Sondheim’s "Passion."

Kate’s debut album on PS Classics, “Let’s See What Happens” features Lane and Harburg songs from both stage and film. Her second album celebrates the work of lyricist Sheldon Harnick and is entitled, “She Loves Him.” She is a graduate of Northwestern University and lives with her husband and son in Maplewood, NJ .

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Kate Baldwin STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2020
Susan

[Immersive]
Quintessence of Dust Theatre Company Immersive Production, 2019
Helen

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theater World Premiere, 2019
Charlotte

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Irene Molloy

[Off-Broadway]
59E59 Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Keen Company 20th Anniversary Production, 2015
Jen

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse Production, 2014
Pistache

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Sandra Bloom

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Leslie

[West End]
Menier Chocolate Factory Production, 2010
Mizzi

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Sharon McLonergan

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2006
Irene Molloy

[San Francisco (Regional)]
West Coast Revival, 2005
Betty Haynes

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Oona

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2004
Sarah Brown

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2003
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Helen [Replacement]

[New York]
Reading, 2003
Ensemble

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2002
Ellen

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Ensemble

Lucille

Daphne

Ensemble/Other Roles

Miss Dorothy Brown (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2000
Modern

Cecilia Treymayne

Miss Dorothy (Understudy) [Replacement]

[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 1999
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1999
Singing Girl


Kate Baldwin Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Hello, Dolly!

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Hello, Dolly!

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Hello, Dolly!

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, John & Jen

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Giant

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Finian’s Rainbow

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Kate Baldwin, Finian's Rainbow

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie)

Kate Baldwin, Finian's Rainbow

Kevin Kline Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Kate BaldwinThe Pajama Game

Kevin Kline Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Kate BaldwinThe Sound of Music

Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Kate BaldwinSouth Pacific

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Kate Baldwin News


Solea Pfeiffer Will Join College Of New Jersey to Celebrate Jason Robert Brown


The College of New Jersey's Lyric Theatre will present 'A Jason Robert Brown Celebration,' with special guest, Broadway's Solea Pfeiffer (Hadestown, Almost Famous, Songs For A New World) on Wednesday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Kendall Main Stage Theater.

Video: Kate Baldwin and More on the Future of the American Theatre


In celebration of Women's History Month, Maestra and RISE gathered a group of theatre professionals to discuss access, community, and the future of The American Theatre as they see it. check out the video here!

Betty Buckley, Darren Criss, and More To Headline BROADWAY SERIES In Provincetown


Tony Award-winning Broadway, film and TV legend Betty Buckley, and Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actor and singer Darren Criss will headline Town Hall performances as part of a revived and expanded Broadway music series produced by the Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist John McDaniel and presented by Post Office Cafe & Cabaret and Tin Pan Alley.

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE IS A COMEDIC GEM, WITH A REFLECTIVE LENS at STRAZ CENTER


Mrs. Doubtfire, a new musical based on the 1993 hit family film of the same name, is actually based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The stage musical in all its purposes features music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell. The National Tour is currently onstage in the Carol Morsani Hall, at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts.

THE SONGS OF OLIVER HOUSER Comes to 54 Below in May


54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents The Songs of Oliver Houser on May 1, 2024 at 9:30pm, a one-night-only concert by one of musical theatre’s most compelling new voices.

Review: 54 Below Celebrated the Marquis Theater in a Jubilant Night of Song


54 Below is known for its seemingly endless variety of themes as happy reasons to group songs from musical theatre. Here's another, looking at some shows that came to the Marquis, starting in 1986. There were over 30 musicals that played the Marquis Theatre, and nine were revisited with songs and stories at 54 Below.

Interview: Andrew Lippa on Being One of The Heroes of The Story for his Musical BIG FISH


Composer Andrew Lippa is probably best known for his musical The Addams Family but his work spans far beyond that one show. He wrote additional songs for the Broadway production of You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown and wrote the off-Broadway version of The Wild Party.

Review: A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC by ATG-A Stellar Production Now at Hamilton Stage


American Theater Group (ATG) New Jersey’s renowned professional theater company, is now presenting a stellar production of 'A Little Night Music' with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Hunter Foster, who directed ATG’s highly acclaimed production of Parade last season, directs.

John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Jared Grimes & More Join The Muny's 106th Season


The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers and music directors for its 2024 season. Learn about the shows this season and see how to purchase tickets!

American Theater Group To Present A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC Post-Performance Talk Back


Join the American Theater Group for a special Talk Back event on March 14, featuring the cast and crew of A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC.

Alice Ripley To Perform At Branford's Legacy Theatre This Month


Legacy Theatre will welcome Tony Award-Winner Alice Ripley, the latest performer in the 2024 Sunday Broadway Concert Series, to Branford. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Kate Baldwin & Kennedy Caughell to Lead LITTLE WOMEN In Concert At Connecticut Stage Company


Connecticut Stage Company will continue its inaugural season with Little Women in Concert. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Laura Benanti, Kate Baldwin & More to Join Celebration of Sheldon Harnick at 54 Below


The life and legacy of Pulitzer Prize winning lyricist Sheldon Harnick will be celebrated at 54 Below. See who is starring in the concert and learn how to purchase tickets!

Zachary Noah Piser, Kate Baldwin, J. Harrison Ghee & More to Star in SONGS FROM PIPPIN: A GALA CONCERT


Symphony Space will present Songs from Pippin: A Gala Concert, a special performance of songs from Stephen Schwartz's timeless and magical musical. Learn how to purchase tickets.

L Morgan Lee Will Perform at Branford's Legacy Theatre This Weekend


Join Tony Award Nominee L Morgan Lee-most recently known for her breakout performance in 'A Strange Loop' on Broadway-in a concert filled with Broadway classics, gems by new writers, and unexpected deep-cuts that explore her dreams about love, life, and a world of possibilities.

Jane Summerhays and Janine DiVita Join Marquis Theater Celebration at 54 Below


Jane Summerhays, Diego Prieto, and Janine DiVita have joined the celebration at the Marquis Theater. Find out more about this event at 54 Below!

Kate Baldwin & Husband Graham Rowat to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at American Theater Group


Kate Baldwin will star as Desiree in American Theater Group’s upcoming Season Premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s beloved A Little Night Music. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Maestra Music To Present the Music of Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Amanda Green and More At AMPLIFY 2024


Maestra Music has announced the much-anticipated Amplify 2024, directed by Jessica Ryan, celebrating the work of female and nonbinary composers and featuring works by Academy Award-winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez, and more!

Two-Time Tony-Award Nominee Kate Baldwin and Broadway Star Graham Rowat to Co-Star In LOVE LETTERS in Bloomfield


Skyline Theatre Company, a 21-year-old professional theatre company now calling Essex County its home, kicks off its second season in Bloomfield on Saturday, February 10 at 7:00pm featuring Maplewood residents two-time TONY Award nominee Kate Baldwin and her real-life husband and Broadway star Graham Rowat co-starring in A.R. Gurney's delightful and touching LOVE LETTERS.

Kate Baldwin, Lisa Howard, and E. Clayton Cornelious Join 54 CELEBRATES THE MARQUIS THEATER


54 Below will present Kate Baldwin, Lisa Howard, and E. Clayton Cornelious in 54 Celebrates the Marquis Theatre.

Kate Baldwin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kate Baldwin been in?

Kate Baldwin has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Kate Baldwin been in?

Kate Baldwin has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Kate Baldwin's first West End show?

Kate Baldwin's first West End show was Paradise Found which opened in 2010

What awards has Kate Baldwin been nominated for?

Kate Baldwin has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hello, Dolly!," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Hello, Dolly!," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hello, Dolly!" She has also received nominations for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "John & Jen," "Giant," and "Finian’s Rainbow," as well as Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Finian's Rainbow." Additionally, she was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for "The Pajama Game" and "The Sound of Music," and Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "South Pacific."

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